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The traditional festival of the national historical and cultural relic site of Kha Lam Temple takes place from March 22 to 24, featuring many distinctive activities with expanded scale and improved quality.
On the evening of March 22, the ward of Phu Lien Ward organized the opening ceremony of the traditional festival at the national historical and cultural relic site of Kha Lam Temple.
Attending the event were Major General Nguyen Nam Tien; members of the Standing Committee of the City Party Committee including Mr. Le Tri Vu, Head of the Organization Department of the City Party Committee, and Mr. Pham Van Thep, Head of the Hai Phong Economic Zone Authority.
This year’s festival organization has been enhanced in both scale and quality, ensuring well-coordinated and professional implementation. The ceremonial rituals were conducted in accordance with traditional practices, preserving long-standing customs and the unique cultural identity of the nation.
Meanwhile, the festive activities took place in a vibrant and lively atmosphere with many cultural events and traditional folk games such as clay pot smashing, Chinese chess, and a traditional martial arts festival.
Kha Lam Temple is located in Kha Lam 6 residential area, Phu Lien Ward. The temple worships Princess Chieu Chinh, the daughter of King Tran Thanh Tong. Born in 1258, she was renowned for her talents in both literature and martial arts, as well as her compassion and strong patriotic spirit.
During the second resistance war against the Mongol–Yuan invaders in 1285, she returned to her maternal homeland in Kha Lam, recruited local militia forces, and organized martial training, contributing to the royal court’s efforts in defending the country.
Beyond her contributions to national defense, Princess Chieu Chinh was also closely connected with the local people. She helped reclaim farmland, develop markets and river wharves, build bridges and temples, and assist the poor—leaving a lasting legacy in the region’s history and culture.
The traditional festival of the national historical and cultural relic site Kha Lam Temple is a meaningful cultural activity held to commemorate and express gratitude for the great contributions of Princess Chieu Chinh. The festival also helps preserve and promote traditional cultural values, attracting local residents and visitors to honor history and heritage.
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